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Lotus Root

Lotus Root
Common Packs:

10- and 44-lb. packs.

Receiving Inspecting:

Roots should be firm with consistent color. Avoid rubbery roots or ones with soft spots.

Storage Handling:
 

Short-term storage recommendation (7 days or less)

  • 32-34° F/0-1° C
  • 90-98% relative humidity
Shelf-Life:
14 to 21 days.
Troubleshooting:

Dark spots on skin, darker overall color, and mold may indicate decay caused by age, or from inconsistent temperature during storage.

Usage Ideas:

  • Mix thinly sliced lotus root, cucumbers, and ahi tuna; mix with mayonnaise and wasabi.
  • Bake lacey lotus root slices until crisp; garnish sushi platters, stir-fries, and upscale Asian entrées.

Seasonality:

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Flavor Profile

Tastes like water chestnuts with a slightly sweet, earthy flavor.

Texture Profile

Crisp, lightly crunchy texture.

Pairings

Pair with cucumbers, ginger, soy sauce, tuna, and wasabi.

Substitution Suggestions

Salsify.

Nutritional Information

Serving Size 1/2 cup lotus root (60g) grams
Calories 40
%Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0g0%
Sodium 25g1%
Total Carbohydrate 10g3%
Dietary Fiber 2g7%
Total Sugars 0g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 16mg2%
Iron 0.54mg4%
Potassium 220mg4%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.